news
National Day of Action on Violence Against Women |
Posted December 6, 2011 |
On this National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women,
social workers pay tribute to the women who have lost their lives to violence in Newfoundland and Labrador; and support on-going efforts by individuals, communities and government to prevent violence against women. To view the complete press release issued by the NLASW, please click here.
Theme Announced for Social Work Month 2012 |
Posted September 21, 2011 |
The NLASW Promotion of the Profession Committee was chosen as the contest winner of the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) “Name that Theme Contest” for the 2012 National Social Work Month Celebrations in March. The theme chosen was:
“Social Workers: Building Relationships, Strengthening Communities, Partnering for Change”
The CASW received over 150 group and individual entries. In addition to having the theme selected, the Promotion of the Profession Committee will also receive up to $500 in sponsorship for continuing education.
Social Work Month March 2011 |
Posted June 20, 2011 |
Social workers throughout Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) celebrated National Social Work Month during the month of March. The theme was “Social Workers for Dignity and Inclusion: Upholding Human Rights”. To view the complete press release that was released by the NLASW, please click here. The NLASW compiled an overview of the range of activities that took place throughout the month. For more information, click here.
Letter to the Editor: Simms' Column Sent Wrong Message |
Posted February 12, 2011 |
On February 12, the Telegram published a response from the NLASW to Mr. Randy Simms’s column titled “Failing the Parents, Failing the Children” that was published in the Telegram on February 5th. To view the complete response, click here.
NLASW SEEKING PUBLIC REPRESENTATIVES |
Posted January 5, 2011 |
In preparation for the implementation of the new Social Workers Act, NLASW is seeking increased public representation both on the Board of Directors and the Disciplinary Panel. Click here for the complete article.
PERSONAL HEALTH INFORMATION ACT |
Posted November 10, 2010 |
The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) was enacted by the House of Assembly on June 2008 with full implementation scheduled for mid December 2010. This Act is health profession specific privacy legislation. PHIA establishes a comprehensive set of rules for the collection, use and disclosure of “personal health information”. Custodians of information are designated under the Act and include “regulated health care professionals, health care providers (i.e., unregulated),Department of Health and Community Services, Regional Health Authorities, Centre for Health Information, and others deemed to be custodians via regulations”. Click here for the complete article.
NEW LEGISLATION FOR THE SOCIAL WORK PROFESSION IN NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR |
Posted July 22, 2010 |
An Act Respecting the Practice of Social Work (short title: Social Workers Act) received Royal Assent at the provincial House of Assembly on June 24th, 2010. The proclamation date is March 31st, 2011. This legislation will replace the current Social Workers Association Act which received Royal Assent on June 11th, 1992. Click here for the complete article.
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